New Orleans is bustling with artists and art galleries, making for a wide breadth of artistic styles and themes, regardless of medium. In addition, The Big Easy has world-class galleries and other unique galleries that represent some of the country’s most talented artists. 

Many of the art galleries in New Orleans are located in the Warehouse District which is between the Central Business District and the Lower Garden District, all the way uptown along Magazine Street.  On the first Saturday of each month these galleries open their doors in the evening for late night exhibitions. Below are some of the most popular galleries in town.

A Gallery for fine Photography

322 Royal St.

504/ 568-1313

One of two world-class galleries in New Orleans. Do not come to The Big Easy without visiting this incredible photography gallery. Countless styles and periods are represented through the numerous works of art. Also, the gallery emphasizes New Orleans and Southern history as well as black music and culture. Almost any budget can be accommodated here. Don’t miss this gallery! Open Mon - Sat 10am to 6pm, Sun 11am to 6pm.

Bryant Galleries

316 Royal St.

800/844-1994

This gallery represents renowned artists Ed Dwight, Fritzner Lamour, and Leonardo Nierman, as well as other American, Haitian and European artists. Pieces include jazz bronzes, glasswork, graphics, and more. Open Sun to Thurs 10am - 5:30pm, Fri & Sat 10am to 9pm.

Casey Williams Pottery

3919 Magazine St.

504/ 899-1174

Where else can you browse an art gallery while watching its owner (in this instance—Casey Williams) create masterpieces on his pottery wheel? At this unique gallery you’ll find bowls, lamps, kitchen accessories, vases, teapots, and more. Open Mon - Sat 10am to 5pm.

Peligro

305 Decature St.

504/581-1706

An excellent folk art gallery that emphasizes outsider art, (those completely untrained, or non-professional artists). Art work from Latin American countries is also premiered here. This is the place to check out the works of new and upcoming artists. Open Mon - Thur 10am to 6pm, Fri & Sat 10am to 10pm, Sun noon to 6pm. 

The Davis Galleries

3964 Magazine St.

504/ 897-0780

One of two world-class galleries in New Orleans, The Davis Galleries can easily be considered one of the best galleries in the world for Central and West African traditional art. Exhibitions include sculpture, costuming, basketry, textiles, weapons, and jewelry. Open Tues - Sat 10am to 5pm.